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Re: [India_Vision_2020] we can be socially responsible by going vegetarian

India Vision 20204:12 PM No comments

Well said, Mr.Narenda !

Not wasting food is very important to avoid food crisis situations at present as well as in the future.

Also, even after taking the measures that Mr.Narendra has listed in his mail, if at all we encounter excess food situation while eating out at a restaurant / at a party, we can always pack them and give it to the needy instead of 'dumping' them into the dustbin.

Let's feed human beings and animals -- not microbes :-)

- Jayatheerthan
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narendra None <sunarendra@gmail.com> wrote:

Hello, Vegetarianism vs non vegetarianism debate is a long drawn out one and may not immediately help us to tide over the present food crisis.
We need to think of some immediate and practical steps which every member of this group can take.
May I suggest for adoption a personal charter in this crisis?
Do not waste food.Saving on every occasion is improtant
During festivals,observe austerity,not feast
Austerity during family events like marriages;limit guests;avoid tendency to show hospitality by pouring food on to plates
Limit visits to restaurants;during such visits,take time off to talk to restaurant managers on food wastage;individually we can all prepare pamphlets on facts about the food crisis and distribute to a few in such places;All blogs, e-newsletters,podcasts,group common can have a common slogan"Food is short;Lets not waste'
"If we dont hoard food , every one will have enough', "Lets not create food shortage by hoarding',
'If we buy less food, prices would fall'
'Cook enough to eat,not waste'

Facts about Food shortage
Per head availability of food articles is going down.
Climate change and diversion of land from food to cash crops reduced food production.

Millions of Indians-children,women,old persons-donot have money to buy food.High food prices making people in villagers to eat by rotation so that one member of family can be fit to earn wages for the family.
Government cannot import food as there is shortage everywhere
It is not a short term but long term problem
One person's wasted food is another persons survival meal.
Narendra

2008/5/1 saurabh jain <saurabh_bmit@yahoo.com>:

Hello,

Recently there have been lots of news about potential food crisis in US. While so many reasons are being cited, one thing that no one puts is our non-vegetarian food habits. We seem to ignore that animal food takes up far more resources than plant food. If we recollect the concept of food chains existing in nature, we would know that the efficiency of energy transfer from one species to another is only 10%. That means animals we eat retain only 10% of what they eat, rest of the energy is consumed in daily activities like movements, digestion etc. So, if the land that is currently being used for raising food for animals is directly put to use for cultivating food grains meant for humans, food crisis is history.

Infact most of us have an inner urge to be socially responsible. And in different ways we try to contribute something to the society. Looking at the above fact, the first step to become socially responsible should be to go vegetarian. And I have touched upon only economic aspect of changing food-habit. Morally, we will be more satisfied that no animal has suffered just to fulfill our appetite. Its medically proven, non- vegeterian people are more prone to various diseases such as heart disorders, osteoporosis, high blood pressure etc. Moreover, we will live by loving and respecting not only humans but also other species.

So, its my earnest request contemplating more on this issue. Please reply me if there is any discrepency over the points I have put above.

Finally, I would only say, that we can still live a healthy life by avoiding non-vegetarian food.

Regards,

Saurabh jain

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Cognizant Technology Solutions, Kolkata

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Re: [India_Vision_2020] we can be socially responsible by going vegetarian

India Vision 20203:37 PM No comments

Dear friends,

The finishing line of Sri Narendra ji, "One person's wasted food is another persons survival meal" is touching.

Elders say, "Annam - Parabrahmam" which means "Food is God".

Food is a substance, composed primarily of carbohydrates, fats, water, proteins etc. Whether it is plant food or animal food, without food there is no life. It is the religious duty of every human being to give a thought whether others in the society had any square meal to sustain. This must be the reason why "Anna Daanam" (free dispensation of food) is embedded into rituals.

When there is no food, the hunger, which is a feeling experienced when the glycogen level of liver falls below a level, is unbearable. Hunger, as we all know, is the basic instinct of living beings. Hungry is the root cause for all offenses - body or property; all crimes - civil or criminal.

Food divides people into herbivorous and carnivorous vertically. Although, the jaw bones, the denture and the digestive system are built for vegetarian food, human beings eat not only plant food but also animal food and finally became an omnivores. It is a known fact that food habits determine thinking process and knowledge levels.

While so, deprivation of food leads to malnutrition and ultimately starvation and death. It is very sad to note that worldwide, over 16,000 children die per day from hunger-related causes.

In my view, wasting of food must be declared as a GREAT SIN.
It shall be responsibility of the present generation to doctrinate the nextgen in this direction.

Regards,

On Fri, May 2, 2008 at 1:52 PM, narendra None <sunarendra@gmail.com> wrote:

Hello, Vegetarianism vs non vegetarianism debate is a long drawn out one and may not immediately help us to tide over the present food crisis.
We need to think of some immediate and practical steps which every member of this group can take.
May I suggest for adoption a personal charter in this crisis?
Do not waste food.Saving on every occasion is improtant
During festivals,observe austerity,not feast
Austerity during family events like marriages;limit guests;avoid tendency to show hospitality by pouring food on to plates
Limit visits to restaurants;during such visits,take time off to talk to restaurant managers on food wastage;individually we can all prepare pamphlets on facts about the food crisis and distribute to a few in such places;All blogs, e-newsletters,podcasts,group common can have a common slogan"Food is short;Lets not waste'
"If we dont hoard food , every one will have enough', "Lets not create food shortage by hoarding',
'If we buy less food, prices would fall'
'Cook enough to eat,not waste'

Facts about Food shortage
Per head availability of food articles is going down.
Climate change and diversion of land from food to cash crops reduced food production.

Millions of Indians-children,women,old persons-donot have money to buy food.High food prices making people in villagers to eat by rotation so that one member of family can be fit to earn wages for the family.
Government cannot import food as there is shortage everywhere
It is not a short term but long term problem
One person's wasted food is another persons survival meal.
Narendra

2008/5/1 saurabh jain <saurabh_bmit@yahoo.com>:

Hello,

Recently there have been lots of news about potential food crisis in US. While so many reasons are being cited, one thing that no one puts is our non-vegetarian food habits. We seem to ignore that animal food takes up far more resources than plant food. If we recollect the concept of food chains existing in nature, we would know that the efficiency of energy transfer from one species to another is only 10%. That means animals we eat retain only 10% of what they eat, rest of the energy is consumed in daily activities like movements, digestion etc. So, if the land that is currently being used for raising food for animals is directly put to use for cultivating food grains meant for humans, food crisis is history.

Infact most of us have an inner urge to be socially responsible. And in different ways we try to contribute something to the society. Looking at the above fact, the first step to become socially responsible should be to go vegetarian. And I have touched upon only economic aspect of changing food-habit. Morally, we will be more satisfied that no animal has suffered just to fulfill our appetite. Its medically proven, non- vegeterian people are more prone to various diseases such as heart disorders, osteoporosis, high blood pressure etc. Moreover, we will live by loving and respecting not only humans but also other species.

So, its my earnest request contemplating more on this issue. Please reply me if there is any discrepency over the points I have put above.

Finally, I would only say, that we can still live a healthy life by avoiding non-vegetarian food.

Regards,

Saurabh jain

IT Engineer,

Cognizant Technology Solutions, Kolkata

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[India_Vision_2020] India Vision partner organisations met Dr Kalam

India Vision 20203:00 PM No comments

Dear All

On May 1^st, 2008 we India Vision 2020 group members & their partner organization had the opportunity to attend meeting Of "Together We 99" organized by Siraku Foundation. The 3 day workshop was conducted for 66 social entrepreneurs from Apr29 to May 1,2008. On the final day , i e May 1^st Dr.A.P.J.Abdul Kalam graced the occasion.

Attendees :

Jayatheerthan, Jayashree, Kartheeban, Muthuram,Natarajan Raman, Ponmudi, Prabhu, G Prabhu , RaviKumar, Sivanrayanan, Sathiyan, Sankar,

Saravanan, Srinivasan(Moderator)

Partner Groups : Dream India2020, India Sudar, Team everst, Young Minds of India, Suyam.

Siraku Foundation & "Together we 99"

Founded by Mr.Dhanapal & few others, the idea was to encourage Social entrepreneurship. The idea is the brain child of Dr.Kalam.

The idea is to bring together 66 social Volunteers and 33 Coporates(Mentors) to encourage social cause. For a period of 2 years the 66 social entrepreneur will be supported with a Stipend of 5000/month. The mentors will guide them through 2 years. In 2 years the idea is to create a set of leaders. This India Vision group also is part of this initiative & will help in ways it can through Partner Organisations.

Our Visit Experience:

Introduction to Dr.Kalam

We were fortunate enough to get our India Vision 2020 group introduced to Dr.Kalam. The idea here was to familiarize the India Vision & partner groups – their work. Our Sincere thanks to Mr.Dhanapal for making this happen.

Inspiring Speech

In the morning session we also had a very charged speech from Shri.N.Mahalingam, chairman Sakthi Group of companies. Mafoi's Chairman Mr.Pandiarajan moderated the presentation session of entrepreneur projects.

In the afternoon session we were mesmerized with our ex-presidents unique styled inspiring thoughts.

We pledged the 10 point oath given by him. The thoughts were so beautifully & that to in down to earth manner. The main aim of this speech was to make us aware of our won capabilities & our need to realize it. Stress was in respecting the time. The atmosphere was just filled with so much optimism.

Interaction with Mr.Suresh Kamat(Mg. Director, Laser Soft InfoSystems Ltd)

Mr.Suresh Kamath was very down to earth in his interaction with our Group. His enthusiasm and simplicity marveled us. He is one of the leading Banking software product developers in India.

In the Laser Soft, out of 700 employees, nearly 100 of them are "Differently" abled professionals. Couple of years back, he got the Award from President of India. He has been running this for 22 years. Incidentally May 1, 2008 is 22^nd founding day of the company.

Mr Kamath Stressed us the need for creating jobs and encouraged us to take up entrepreneur to create more jobs. He also stressed that Indian software professionals needed to focus on 'product development' than providing only 'services' Main goal of his business Has been good ethics, fair pricing, innovation and much value need to the banking industry.

To a question we asked, "Isn't the automation taking ways jobs"? , he gave the one of the very logical answers we never heard. He said that when seen from broader perspective, banking service is the blood stream of essential services. Now if the Banking system has to be efficient, automation is critical & besides that enables to do banking trasactions faster, which actually creates environment for jobs !!

Over all it's been a very memorable experience for all of us who attended. We are inspired to do more !

Sincere thanks to Mr.Srinivasan, Our Moderator for enabling us attend this function and to Mr.Dhanapal who readily accepted us !

Thanks

shiva

Co-Moderator, India Vision 2020

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Re: [India_Vision_2020] we can be socially responsible by going vegetarian

India Vision 20201:52 PM No comments

Hello, Vegetarianism vs non vegetarianism debate is a long drawn out one and may not immediately help us to tide over the present food crisis.
We need to think of some immediate and practical steps which every member of this group can take.
May I suggest for adoption a personal charter in this crisis?
Do not waste food.Saving on every occasion is improtant
During festivals,observe austerity,not feast
Austerity during family events like marriages;limit guests;avoid tendency to show hospitality by pouring food on to plates
Limit visits to restaurants;during such visits,take time off to talk to restaurant managers on food wastage;individually we can all prepare pamphlets on facts about the food crisis and distribute to a few in such places;All blogs, e-newsletters,podcasts,group common can have a common slogan"Food is short;Lets not waste'
"If we dont hoard food , every one will have enough', "Lets not create food shortage by hoarding',
'If we buy less food, prices would fall'
'Cook enough to eat,not waste'

Facts about Food shortage
Per head availability of food articles is going down.
Climate change and diversion of land from food to cash crops reduced food production.

Millions of Indians-children,women,old persons-donot have money to buy food.High food prices making people in villagers to eat by rotation so that one member of family can be fit to earn wages for the family.
Government cannot import food as there is shortage everywhere
It is not a short term but long term problem
One person's wasted food is another persons survival meal.
Narendra

2008/5/1 saurabh jain <saurabh_bmit@yahoo.com>:

Hello,

Recently there have been lots of news about potential food crisis in US. While so many reasons are being cited, one thing that no one puts is our non-vegetarian food habits. We seem to ignore that animal food takes up far more resources than plant food. If we recollect the concept of food chains existing in nature, we would know that the efficiency of energy transfer from one species to another is only 10%. That means animals we eat retain only 10% of what they eat, rest of the energy is consumed in daily activities like movements, digestion etc. So, if the land that is currently being used for raising food for animals is directly put to use for cultivating food grains meant for humans, food crisis is history.

Infact most of us have an inner urge to be socially responsible. And in different ways we try to contribute something to the society. Looking at the above fact, the first step to become socially responsible should be to go vegetarian. And I have touched upon only economic aspect of changing food-habit. Morally, we will be more satisfied that no animal has suffered just to fulfill our appetite. Its medically proven, non- vegeterian people are more prone to various diseases such as heart disorders, osteoporosis, high blood pressure etc. Moreover, we will live by loving and respecting not only humans but also other species.

So, its my earnest request contemplating more on this issue. Please reply me if there is any discrepency over the points I have put above.

Finally, I would only say, that we can still live a healthy life by avoiding non-vegetarian food.

Regards,

Saurabh jain

IT Engineer,

Cognizant Technology Solutions, Kolkata

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[India_Vision_2020] we can be socially responsible by going vegetarian

India Vision 202011:09 AM No comments

Hello,

Recently there have been lots of news about potential food crisis in US. While so many reasons are being cited, one thing that no one puts is our non-vegetarian food habits. We seem to ignore that animal food takes up far more resources than plant food. If we recollect the concept of food chains existing in nature, we would know that the efficiency of energy transfer from one species to another is only 10%. That means animals we eat retain only 10% of what they eat, rest of the energy is consumed in daily activities like movements, digestion etc. So, if the land that is currently being used for raising food for animals is directly put to use for cultivating food grains meant for humans, food crisis is history.

Infact most of us have an inner urge to be socially responsible. And in different ways we try to contribute something to the society. Looking at the above fact, the first step to become socially responsible should be to go vegetarian. And I have touched upon only economic aspect of changing food-habit. Morally, we will be more satisfied that no animal has suffered just to fulfill our appetite. Its medically proven, non- vegeterian people are more prone to various diseases such as heart disorders, osteoporosis, high blood pressure etc. Moreover, we will live by loving and respecting not only humans but also other species.

So, its my earnest request contemplating more on this issue. Please reply me if there is any discrepency over the points I have put above.

Finally, I would only say, that we can still live a healthy life by avoiding non-vegetarian food.

Regards,

Saurabh jain

IT Engineer,

Cognizant Technology Solutions, Kolkata

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